Psychologist
- Part-time opportunity, 0.4 FTE
- Onsite in Kensington
- May include rotational weekend work
ABOUT THE ROLE
Be a part of an interdisciplinary team to deliver a high standard of clinical practice in the form of Counselling/Clinical Psychology services to the clients, staff and programs of Ngala.
We are seeking for a highly motivated Registered/Clinical or Counselling Psychologist, ideally with perinatal and infant mental health background on a part-time basis.
DUTIES
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Develop, deliver and evaluate psycho-education and therapeutic groups for parents with infants.
- Deliver evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention for families with infants (0-5 years).
- Provide psychological advice, consultation, and training to Nursing/Allied Health staff as required.
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will hold current full registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) together with the following:
- Relevant experience working with people across the lifespan with mental health conditions
- Relevant experience in supporting people from diverse backgrounds such as neurodivergent people, First Nations people, LGBTQ+ families, and people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.
- Experience in providing evidence-based, attachment focussed, relationship-based interventions with individuals, families and groups.
- Demonstrated understanding of, or willingness to develop, knowledge and skills in perinatal and infant mental health.
- Demonstrated ability to positively contribute to an interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated self-management skills and ability to organise and prioritise workload.
- Current National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE
- Discounted Private Healthcare
- Free onsite parking
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 5-minute walk to local café offering employee discounts on food and coffee
- Salary packaging benefits available
HOW TO APPLY
Applications are due by 5pm, Thursday 25 June 2026, however shortlisting will commence immediately so we encourage you to submit your application promptly.
Click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts to submit your CV.
If you have any queries, please contact Nurse Unit Manager, Michelle Allan at mallan@ngala.com.au.
ABOUT US
At Ngala, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to be their best, and that raising children should be a joyful and rewarding experience.
After over 130 years of working with families across Western Australia, Ngala continues to use the latest research and training, alongside community stories and experiences to develop and deliver services that meet the needs of today’s parents and children.
CULTURE
Our core values at Ngala are Human Connection, Integrity, Fairness and Creativity.
Ngala is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contribution of all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse background, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and people with a disability.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where our programs and services operate and pay our respects to Elders past and present in the spirit of reconciliation. We acknowledge the importance of children being raised with connection to culture, community and family.
To find out more about Ngala, visit www.ngala.com.au.
